Marisah Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: MAR-ih-sah /ˈmɛrɪsə/
Origin: Latin; Hebrew
Meaning: Latin: of the sea; Hebrew: bitter
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Marisah is believed to have roots in the Hebrew name Miriam, which is derived from the Hebrew word "marah," meaning "bitterness" or "sea of sorrow." The name Miriam has been widely recognized in biblical texts, particularly as the name of the sister of Moses and Aaron, who played a significant role in the Exodus narrative. From Hebrew, the name transitioned into Greek as "Maria" and then into Latin as "Maria," which became a common name in various forms across Europe, including the Old French "Marie." The evolution into Marisah likely reflects a modern adaptation or variation of these earlier forms, incorporating the suffix "-sah" which may lend a more contemporary or unique flair to the name.
Throughout history, the name has been associated with various saints, particularly Saint Mary, the mother of Jesus, who is venerated in Christianity. This association has contributed to the name's enduring presence in religious and cultural contexts.
The name Maria was also prominent in the medieval period, often used in conjunction with other names, such as Maria Clara or Maria Teresa, reflecting the tradition of honoring the Virgin Mary. Culturally, names derived from Miriam and Maria have been imbued with significant symbolic meaning, often representing purity, grace, and maternal qualities.
The name Marisah, while more modern, carries forward this legacy, resonating with the historical and spiritual significance of its predecessors. The diminutive form "Mara" has also been used in various cultures, often evoking similar themes of strength and resilience, further enriching the name's cultural tapestry.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Marisah was first seen in the United States in 1993.
Marisah has ranked as high as #1369 nationally, which occurred in 2006, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Marisah has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Marisah is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Marisah was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Marisah
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Marisah.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2011 | 7 |
| 2009 | 5 |
| 2008 | 8 |
| 2007 | 7 |
| 2006 | 14 |
| 2005 | 9 |
| 2004 | 10 |
| 2001 | 5 |
| 2000 | 6 |
| 1999 | 6 |
| 1998 | 7 |
| 1997 | 13 |
| 1994 | 6 |
| 1993 | 7 |